Could your retirement income be below minimum wage?
The number of people saving into a Workplace Pension has reached a record high. But far from providing a comfortable retirement income, those making minimum contributions could face an unexpected shortfall when the time comes…
The cost of university: Parents expecting to pay £17,000
Going to university can be expensive. But not just for the student; parents are expecting to pay out thousands of pounds every year to help their child secure a degree. Parents anticipate spending £5,721 each…
Millennials risk missing life milestones due to short-term saving strategies
Millennials have good short term money habits. However, a lack of focus on the future means they could risk missing life milestones that are important to them. Despite social changes, UK millennials still hope to…
Making sure your pension lasts a lifetime as withdrawals increase
More pensioners are choosing to forgo a guaranteed income that comes from an annuity, instead favouring making withdrawals directly from their pension using flexi-access drawdown. While providing more flexibility, the latest data suggests those using…
The six biggest money worries for millennials
Money concerns are a big worry for the millennial generation as they make plans for life milestones. But what areas can they improve to reach financial resilience? Money concerns are harming the millennial generation’s ability…
Five sure-fire ways to spot a pension scam
Did you know the average pension scam victim loses £91,000? Be sure you’re aware of these five sure-fire ways to spot a fraudster and protect your life’s savings. Pension scams are a subject we have…